Demand Planner

Who are we?

Rael is an award-winning, VC-backed clean feminine care and skincare startup with a mission to empower women to make safe, healthy choices for their bodies. Unlike conventional products, Rael products are toxin-free, chlorine-free, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic - all without sacrificing quality, comfort, or performance.

The company was founded in 2017 in Southern California by three Korean American women with distinct backgrounds — a journalist and bestselling author, a movie distributor at Disney with a Harvard MBA, and an architect-turned-art director. Once we launched our organic cotton cover pads on Amazon, we quickly became the #1 brand in the pad category. Now we offer not only clean feminine care products, but also clean, vegan skincare inspired by K-beauty innovations, including pimple patches, facial sheet masks, and skincare essentials, as well as feminine wellness supplements. Rael products are available to purchase at Amazon, GetRael.com, Target, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts among others.

Rael was highlighted on the Inc. 5000 List for 2023 & 2024, which celebrates the fastest growing private companies in America, we were also named “Wellness Brand of the Year” by Glossy. Rael is now a globally recognized brand with a branch office in Seoul, Korea. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are a self-starter and a go-getter, join us to help create something truly meaningful for women all around the globe!

This is a hybrid role located in Buena Park and requires in-office time of 2 days per week (subject to change based on management discretion).

Job Summary:

As a Demand Planner, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing our supply chain operations. You will be responsible for developing accurate demand forecasts, analyzing sales trends, and ensuring that inventory levels align with our strategic goals. Your insights and planning will directly impact our ability to meet customer demands while minimizing excess inventory.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Demand Forecasting:

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts for assigned product lines based on historical sales data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing teams.
• Utilize statistical forecasting models and tools to predict future demand accurately.
• Adjust forecasts as needed based on market changes, promotions, and new product launches.

Data Analysis:

• Analyze sales data, inventory levels, and market conditions to identify trends and patterns.
• Monitor forecast accuracy and make recommendations for improvements.
• Generate and present reports on demand planning metrics to senior management.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to align demand forecasts with business strategies and marketing plans.
• Communicate forecast changes and inventory needs to relevant departments to ensure alignment.

Inventory Management:

• Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure optimal inventory levels and minimize stockouts and overstock situations.
• Develop and implement strategies to manage inventory effectively, including safety stock levels and reorder points.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve forecasting processes and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Implement best practices in demand planning and share insights with the team.

Customer Focus:

• Ensure that demand planning activities align with customer requirements and service levels.
• Address any issues related to product availability or supply chain disruptions promptly.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management; relevant experience with CPG brands is a plus
• Proficiency in forecasting tools and software (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, Excel, Power BI).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization on both oral and written form
• Effective time management skills and able to work independently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to go above and beyond your scope of work to assist your team members is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., APICS, CPIM, CSCP) is a plus

Why you want to work here:

We believe in developing every employee to their utmost potential and offer opportunities for professional growth and development. If you enjoy working in a great and friendly environment that promotes learning and progress, then this is the place for you. 

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, 401K, Mental & Physical Health Reimbursements